Huay Xai to Luang Nam Tha

Today I took the "bus" to Luang Nam Tha. The "road" is one big sandy, dusty trail, probably passable only by 4x4 cars and trucks. The only settlements on the way were small villages, with houses made from wood, lots of pigs, chicken, dogs and small children. Part of the "road" was wide but other parts were quite narrow.

The good (also bad) news is that the whole road is one big construction site. It looks like tons of explosives were used to make a path through the jungle. Many Caterpiller vehicles (forgot the words...) dig, pave and prepare the new road. At one point we had to stop because some construction workers dug a hole in the road. Luckily, one construction vehicle made an alternative route for us to pass.

Once we got close to Luang Nam Tha, a brand new road, including sign posts, was waiting for us.

Transportation and communication changed the world. They already have cellphones. I'm certain that this new road will change this area forever.

Now I'm off to the shower to remove about a kilo of dust from myself.